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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMAZDA20133 MAZDASPEED, 2.3L ENG VIN 3REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT VARIANT/TRIMSECTION 8 (AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE (SERVICE, REMOVAL & INSTALLATION FS5A-EL))TRANSAXLE RANGE (TR) SWITCH REMOVAL/INSTALLATIONNOTES

2013 Mazda 3 Mazdaspeed, 2.3L Eng VIN 3

Transaxle Range (Tr) Switch Removal/Installation: Notes

2013 Mazda 3 Mazdaspeed, 2.3L Eng VIN 3SECTION Notes

WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.

CAUTION:

Water or foreign objects entering the connector can cause a poor connection or corrosion. Be sure not to drop water or foreign objects on the connector when disconnecting it.

Engage the parking brake and use wheel chocks at the front and rear of the wheels.
Shift the selector lever to the N position.
Perform the following procedures.
1. Remove the battery cover. (See BATTERY REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [MZR 2.0, MZR 2.5] .)
2. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
3. Remove the air cleaner component. (See INTAKE-AIR SYSTEM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
Remove in the order indicated in the table.

Fig 1: Transaxle Range Switch Removal Order With Torque Specifications
Install in the reverse order of removal.
Inspect the TR switch. (See TRANSAXLE RANGE (TR) SWITCH INSPECTION .)

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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

• You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
• Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
• The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
• You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
• You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.